Monthly Archives: February 2015

Allied Delivers New Technician Training Course

In January, Allied Valve delivered its new Technician Level 1 training course, which was designed for both beginning and experienced technicians as well as salespeople. The course covers a wide range of topics, including specific measurement and repair techniques, proper … Continue reading

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Allied Technicians Earn ValvePro® Certification

Last month, nine of Allied’s service and repair technicians completed ValvePro® training and are now certified ValvePro® technicians. ValvePro® is an intensive training program that consists of 40 hours of computer-based training and 40 hours of hands-on training. It provides … Continue reading

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How to Troubleshoot a Gas-Over-Hydraulic Actuator

In systems where other supply lines are unavailable, gas-over-hydraulic actuators (also called gas-over-oil actuators) use gas to power the hydraulic actuator that operates the valve. They can be paired with linear or rotary valves, are available for both high- and … Continue reading

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40 Reasons Your Actuator Isn’t Working

One of the top questions we get from customers is why an actuator isn’t working. Actuator troubleshooting is complex: depending on the type of actuator, the system, and other factors, there are many reasons actuators don’t perform properly. To help … Continue reading

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5 Tips for Choosing the Best Valve Supplier & Valve Services

Whether you are in the market for a Kunkle valve to protect your blowers and compressors or a premium high-pressure safety valve for your power generating system, selecting the right supplier is one of the most important decisions you will … Continue reading

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